Echeveria derenbergii


Echeveria derenbergii scientific classification

The echeveria derenbergii derives from the Echeveria genus, Crassulaceae family and Saxifragales order.

Echeveria derenbergii name

It is also known as 'Painted Lady'.

Echeveria derenbergii geographic location

Geographically, it has its origin in Mexico (Oaxaca).

Echeveria derenbergii structure

The structure is characterized by the formation of rosettes, and it has a height and width of 7.5cm.
It is polycarpic, which means that it is able to set seeds and flowers for several years across its entire lifetime.

Echeveria derenbergii leaves

It is a green echeveria. It has green leaves with red margins and they have a triangular shape. 

Echeveria derenbergii raceme

The raceme can grow up to 10cm.

Echeveria derenbergii flowers

It has yellow and red flowers.

Echeveria derenbergii exposure

As to exposure, it is suitable both for sun or shade environments, even though sun is preferable.
It deals with temperatures from 70ºF in the summer and it goes to 50ºF in the winter.

Echeveria derenbergii soil

The soil must be well drained, sandy, loamy, neutral (around 7.0 ph).

Echeveria derenbergii diseases

This plant is susceptible to pests like aphids, mealybugs and vine weevil.

Echeveria derenbergii propagation

The propagation can be made through seeds, offsets and leaf cuttings.

Echeveria derenbergii uses

It is suitable for locations both indoor and outdoor. In the winter it is better to keep indoor.